New HampshireSB4432025-2026 Regular SessionSenateWALLET

relative to wastewater engineering.

Sponsored By: Denise Ricciardi (Republican)

Signed by Governor

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4 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 3 mixed.

State sets sewer design standards

The Department sets design and construction standards for sewer and wastewater treatment systems, including innovative systems. It can review, approve, or deny engineering documents and run related permit programs to strengthen pollution control. The Department can also make rules that cover permit requirements across several parts of the law. These changes take effect 60 days after the act is passed.

New plan filing rules for wastewater systems

The Department can require you to file plans and specifications for installing systems that handle sewage or other wastes. The old rule that filings had to be at least 30 days before construction is removed. This gives more flexibility on timing, but you may still need to file and wait for review. Homeowners, builders, and installers should plan for possible paperwork and review.

New state permits for sewer hookups

The Department runs a sewer connection permit program for new or larger discharges to city sewers. Applicants submit plans and engineering documents for state review. The Department can approve, deny, or add conditions. The Department also writes rules that explain the steps and standards. This adds oversight and may add time or permit costs for homeowners and businesses.

Stronger checks on industrial sewer discharges

The Department reviews industrial discharge permits that cities or sewer districts issue when there is no EPA‑approved pretreatment program. It can add conditions or limits to those permits. The Department must also write rules for these permits and for pretreating wastes before they enter municipal sewers. This protects water quality and treatment plants, but can mean more review and conditions for businesses that discharge to sewers.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Denise Ricciardi
Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

Bill M. Gannon
Republican • Senate
David H. Watters
Democratic • Senate
Donovan Fenton
Democratic • Senate
Howard Pearl
r • Senate
Regina Birdsell
Republican • Senate
Ron C Dunn
Republican • House
Thomas L Buco
Democratic • House
Timothy Lang
Republican • Senate

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

Actions Timeline

Enrolled (in recess of) 04/23/2026 HJ 11 P. 82
7/21/2026House
Signed by the Governor on 05/08/2026; Chapter 62; Effective 07/07/2026
5/12/2026Senate
Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 04/23/2026); SJ 11
4/28/2026Senate
Ought to Pass: MA VV 04/09/2026 HJ 10
4/9/2026House
Committee Report: Ought to Pass 03/25/2026 (Vote 15-0; CC)
4/1/2026House
Executive Session: 03/25/2026 10:00 am GP 228
4/1/2026House
Public Hearing: 03/25/2026 01:00 pm GP 228
3/18/2026House
Introduced (in recess of) 03/12/2026 and referred to Resources, Recreation and Development HJ 8 P. 114
3/16/2026House
Ought to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 03/12/2026; SJ 6
3/6/2026Senate
Committee Report: Ought to Pass, 03/12/2026; Vote 5-0; CC; SC 9
3/4/2026Senate
Hearing: 01/20/2026, Room 103, SH, 09:30 am; SC 1
1/8/2026Senate
Introduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Energy and Natural Resources; SJ 1
11/21/2025Senate

Bill Text

Enrolled
4/28/2026
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Introduced
11/21/2025
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CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION
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Version adopted by both bodies
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